When you become a Friend of the Berliner Philharmoniker, it opens up many possibilities for you: that’s not just because you are supporting the orchestra financially and sponsoring many projects through your membership. You will meet like-minded people, connected by your love and passion for classical music. You will be part of a community whose life is enriched by the music of the Berliner Philharmoniker.
Members of the association have attractive and interesting opportunities to experience the world of the Berliner Philharmoniker - whether as friends, sponsors, or patrons.
Every year, three Sunday matinees with Berlin Philharmonic musicians take place, each dedicated to a specific theme. In the series “Let's talk about music” you will get to know the orchestra members in conversation. We also invite you to visit rehearsals. You can find more information about our offers under the respective membership (friend, sponsor, or patron).
You decide whether you want to become a “Friend” (at least €150 annual contribution), a “Supporter” (at least €1,200 a year) or a “Patron” (at least €6,000 a year). All membership dues are tax-deductible.
Become a friend
Your benefits
- Three matinee concerts with members of the Berliner Philharmoniker each season
- One Let’s Talk About Music event with members of the Berliner Philharmoniker each season
- Invitation to attend one rehearsal per season
- Priority processing of timely written ticket requests for specially offered concerts (subject to availability)
The minimum annual contribution is only €150 and can be increased as required.
Become a supporter
Your benefits
As for Friends of the Berliner Philharmoniker, and in addition:
- Personal support from the management of the Friends of the Berliner Philharmoniker e. V.
- Exclusive opportunity to order tickets up to two weeks before the official pre-sale begins
- Ticket orders also possible after the start of pre-sale, subject to availability
- Invitation to the season opening reception hosted by the Berliner Philharmoniker Foundation
- Invitation to an exclusive rehearsal visit and an additional Let’s Talk About Music event
- Priority allocation of subscriptions to the Berliner Philharmoniker
- Delivery of the Phil magazine
- Preferred seat reservations at events organized by the association
- Acknowledgment in the annual report or other publications, if desired
The annual contribution is at least €1,200 for individuals and non-profit legal entities, and at least €3,000 for companies.
Become a patron
Your benefits
As for Friends and Supporters of the Berliner Philharmoniker, and in addition:
- Opportunity to attend working and dress rehearsals of the Berliner Philharmoniker in Berlin
- Invitation to an exclusive dinner with members of the Foundation Board and the Board of the Friends of the Berliner Philharmoniker
- Opportunity to accompany the orchestra on its European Concert tour on May 1, together with a guest
The annual contribution is at least €6,000.
Become a young friend
Your benefits
In addition to the standard benefits, supporters of the Berliner Philharmoniker also receive
- Innovative events
- Interactive membership
- Strong network
- Exclusive invitations
Members are free to determine the size of their “annual donation” (a minimum payment of €50 per year for students and €100 per year for young professionals).
